About The Mat-Su

FIND YOUR WAY TO ADVENTURE

Encompassing two major river drainages, the Matanuska and the Susitna, locals simply call this adventure-packed region The Mat-Su. Just 35 miles north of Anchorage, we are convenient for a day trip. Better yet, with so much wide open space to explore, use The Mat-Su as your adventure hub. In The Mat-Su you can experience Alaska on your terms!

STAMP YOUR PASSPORT TO ADVENTURE

Because we are a borough you won't find The Mat-Su outlined on most state maps. However, the area includes several better-known communities like Wasilla, Palmer and Talkeetna. We've organized our area into five regions highlighting the geographic draw: Glacier Country, Gold Rush Country, Lake Country, Denali Country and Off the Beaten Path. Visit each of these regions to fill your passport to adventure! The suggested itineraries are a great place to start your planning.

MAT-SU PAST AND PRESENT

The history of The Mat-Su is diverse. From gold mining to agriculture, communities were founded for many different reasons. Find out more about our history.

Chambers of Commerce:
Big Lake Chamber of Commerce - http://www.biglakechamber.org/
Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce - http://www.palmerchamber.org/
Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce - http://www.wasillachamber.org/
Houston Chamber of Commerce - http://www.houston-ak.gov

Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce - https://www.talkeetnachamber.org/
Willow Chamber of Commerce - http://www.willowchamber.org/

Municipalities:
City of Wasilla - http://www.cityofwasilla.com/
City of Houston - http://www.houston-ak.gov 
City of Palmer - http://www.cityofpalmer.org/

Borough Sites:
Matanuska-Susitna Borough - http://www.matsugov.us/